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    Home » Recipes » Pasta Recipes

    Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta

    Published: Nov 4, 2021 by Andrea

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    This easy and creamy vegetarian mushroom and spinach pasta is a fantastic option for a quick delicious meal in just 10 minutes!

    Smothered in a fresh creamy sauce and loaded with veggies, this vegetarian mushroom and spinach pasta recipe is such a simple dish sure to wow everyone at the dinner table.

    It's a well-balanced healthy pasta dish, it's packed with good-for-you ingredients and absolutely easy to make, even for beginner cooks.

    Did I mention it's ready in barely 15 minutes? If you're in a rush, but still want to eat a wholesome meal, this is the right recipe for you!

    mushroom and spinach pasta.

    MUSHROOM AND SPINACH PASTA INGREDIENTS

    The best part is that this spinach mushroom pasta comes together easily in about 10 minutes, making it a perfect quick dinner meal!

    All you need to make this easy mushroom pasta recipe is 7 simple ingredients:

    • Pasta
    • Onion & garlic
    • Mushrooms
    • Spinach 
    • Cheese
    • Crème fraîche

    PASTA

    Pick your favorite pasta shape for this recipe! My favorite options are spaghetti, linguine, rigatoni, penne, fusilli.

    Try to opt for bronze-cut pasta made in Italy (Gragnano pasta is the most popular), which is slightly coarser than usual commercial pasta and keeps perfectly al dente.

    MUSHROOMS

    Choose your favourite mushrooms for this recipe.

    Chestnut mushrooms, baby button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, king oyster mushrooms, or wild mushrooms all work great.

    You can use fresh or dried mushrooms to make this pasta sauce.

    Remember that dry mushrooms need to be soaked and re-hydrated before use.

    So, place them in a large bowl with warm water, and let them rest for 30 minutes, before proceeding with the recipe.

    CHEESE

    Go for mild or mature cheddar,  Parmesan cheese or Grana Padano (but they're not vegetarian-friendly), or a couple of spoonfuls of fresh ricotta.

    CREME FRAICHE

    Last but not least, my secret for the best creamy mushroom and spinach pasta is the crème fraîche.

    Most people like to use fresh double cream. However, trust me and use crème fraîche instead.

    It adds so much more creaminess and some acidity that pairs well with the other veggies.

    Alternatively, you can totally substitute it with sour cream, double cream, creme cheese, mascarpone, or whipped ricotta.

    SPINACH

    I use fresh baby spinach leaves or chopped fresh spinach leaves.

    If you use frozen spinach, defrost frozen spinach in the microwave for a few minutes or warm it over low heat then drain the water in excess.

    creamy mushroom and spinach pasta.

    ADD EXTRA VEGGIES OR PROTEIN

    This creamy mushroom pasta is extremely versatile, so you can easily customise it by adding extra ingredients if you like, here are some options:

    • Leek - add finely sliced leek into the pan with the onion and mushroom for an extra veggie boost.
    • Peas - add fresh or frozen peas for extra colour and nutritional boost.
    • Pumpkin or butternut squash - finely cubed pumpkin or butternut squash add extra texture and a nice sweet note.
    • Chili - If you like a little bit of heat, you can add a generous pinch of red chili flakes.

    Non-vegetarian options include:

    • Chicken– make a chicken mushroom pasta by adding cooked chicken breast bites, or leftover shredded rotisserie chicken.
    • Prosciutto di Parma - for a sweet & salty note, add a few chopped slices of Parma ham.

    MORE PASTA RECIPES TO TRY

    If you liked this recipe, check out more favorite vegetarian pasta recipes here:

    • Traditional Italian Pasta e Fagioli
    • Pasta e ceci (Italian pasta and chickpeas)
    • Sicilian Pasta alla Norma
    • Shiitake Mushroom Pasta
    • Vegetarian Lasagna with No-Cook White Sauce
    • Burrata Pasta Salad with Basil Oil
    • Caprese Pasta Bake

    Did you make this recipe?

    Please let me know how you liked it! Leave a comment below and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #thepetitecook!

    Looking at your pictures always makes me smile *and super hungry*!

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    Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta

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    This easy and creamy vegetarian mushroom and spinach pasta is a fantastic option for a quick delicious meal in just 10 minutes!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Italian
    Serving: 4
    Calories: 394kcal
    Author: Andrea Soranidis

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 small red onion, finely minced
    • 1 garlic clove, lightly crushed
    • 120 g organic spinach leaves
    • 150 g white or chestnut mushrooms, halved
    • 350 g pasta
    • 100 g crème fraîche, I use Yeo Valley
    • 2 tablespoon mild or mature cheddar, finely grated
    • sea salt and black pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    • Cook the spaghetti in a large pan of lightly salted boiling water for 8 mins or until al dente.
    • Meanwhile, heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the extra virgin olive oil, followed by the finely chopped onion, mushrooms and garlic. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes, then add the spinach leaves and cover with a lid. Stir occasionally until the spinach leaves are tender, and season with salt and pepper. Discard the garlic and remove the pan from the heat.
    • Drain well the spaghetti, reserving a ladleful of the pasta water.
    • Transfer the spaghetti into the pan with the other ingredients. Stir in the crème fraîche, the cheese and the reserved cooking water if necessary.
    • Heat through for a minute, mixing well all the ingredients. Season to taste with black pepper and serve immediately.

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    Notes

    VEGAN SPINACH AND MUSHROOM PASTA
    To make a vegan mushroom and spinach pasta, use vegan Parmesan-style cheese and substitute the creme fraiche with a vegan alternative.
    STORAGE TIPS
    This pasta is best served straight away, however, you can store leftover mushroom spinach pasta in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 2 days.
    Warm over low heat and add a splash of creme fraiche and extra cheese.
    Did you try this recipe? Tag @thepetitecook or use the hashtag #thepetitecook - Looking at your pictures makes my day!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 493mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2436IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 2mg

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    Comments

    1. CandyLover says

      April 10, 2018 at 8:29 am

      Hello andrea, Thank you for sharing this great recipe.. The video helps me a lot 🙂

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        April 12, 2018 at 2:31 pm

        You're super welcome! Glad the video was helpful, ope you enjoyed your delicious bowl of pasta 🙂

        Reply
      • Andrea says

        April 12, 2018 at 2:31 pm

        You're super welcome! Glad the video was helpful, hope you enjoyed your delicious bowl of pasta 🙂

        Reply
    2. Cyrus says

      April 11, 2017 at 9:04 am

      Andrea, this looks not only delicious but absolutely stunning... I love the recipe and the photography, plus it's great to really go for organic and quality ingredients.
      All it needs now is a glass of wine 🙂

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        April 11, 2017 at 10:46 am

        Thank you so much Cyrus!

        Reply
    3. Fuss Free Helen says

      September 27, 2016 at 2:28 pm

      that looks the perfect midweek meal. I think I need a bowl this week.

      Reply
    4. kellie anderson says

      September 27, 2016 at 10:38 am

      This looks so luscious and comforting. A perfect midweek, speedy, meal without any compromise on taste. Yum!

      Reply
    5. laurahartleyy says

      September 27, 2016 at 9:18 am

      I love creamy spaghettis but rarely make them for myself at home. I'm keen to eat less meat so I'll have to add this to my repertoire 🙂

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 27, 2016 at 9:44 am

        I hope you start making creamy spaghetti more, they're soo easy to prep!

        Reply
    6. fashionandstylepolice says

      September 27, 2016 at 9:15 am

      This looks really creamy and delicious. I will be trying this.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        September 27, 2016 at 9:44 am

        Thank you! Yes, it's super creamy indeed, and unlike other creamy sauces I've tried in the past, this doesn't dry out immediately 🙂

        Reply
    7. choclette says

      September 26, 2016 at 7:30 pm

      This sounds like a perfect quick and delicious autumn meal. Pasta is a life saver at times and I enjoy anything mushroomy and creamy. I'm also a big supporter of organic food and growing.

      Reply

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